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More childcare on the way

Young families in Toogoolawah will soon have access to a new childcare option, following Somerset Regional Council’s approval of a development application at 75...

Gatton Historical rolls out expanded hours

The richness of Gatton’s history will be on display for an extended period starting 1 October, as increased visitation and volunteer efforts have enabled...

School one step closer

Somerset Regional Council will move ahead in 2026 with plans to tender land at Brouff Road, Fernvale, for the establishment of the region’s first...

Review into Fire Ant battle

The month that was for Kilcoy Arts Society

Rosewood fields snubbed

Glamorgan Vale revs for centurion adventure rally 

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Sport

Riders meet in Walloon

Cyclists from across the region gathered on Sunday for a winter series race in Walloon, using the event as a lead-in to the upcoming...

Esk Parkrun turns 1

Last Saturday, Esk fitness enthusiasts celebrated a special milestone when the Old Esk Railway Station Parkrun reached its first birthday. About 100 people met...

Turf manager honoured

Lockyer Valley Turf Club Operations Manager, Terry Kirkwood, has been honoured with a prestigious national award recognising his commitment and contribution to the racing...

Somerset athletes get cashed for excellence

Somerset Regional Council has awarded Excellence Bursaries to seven sport stars competing at state and regional levels over August. Three soccer players were each awarded...

A Season of Triumph for Eagles

With the finals wrapped up for another season, the Brisbane Valley Soccer Club (BVSC) has proudly claimed 4 out of 5 titles in an impressive...

Classic Ride in Lockyer

The University of Queensland Cycling Club returned to the Lockyer Valley at the weekend, staging the Charles Coin Memorial and Mardi Bartlett Classic Road...

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Rural

Showjumping returns

After nearly 18 months out of action, the Lockyer Jump Club returned to the arena last Sunday with a successful show jumping training day...

chance to cut red tape and boost productivity

The National Farmers’ Federation has welcomed the review of the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) Scheme Deed and Guidelines as a chance to reduce...

Annual saleyard numbers soar for Laidley

Meat & Livestock Australia has released the results of its 2024–25 National Saleyard Survey, revealing a significant increase in livestock transactions across Australian saleyards,...

Farmers propel $100 billion growth forecast

Australia’s farmers and producers are projected to achieve a record outcome, with recent figures indicating that the agriculture, fisheries, and forestry industry is expected...

Record beef production forecast as national herd stabilises

Australia’s beef industry is on track to break production records in 2025, according to Meat & Livestock Australia’s (MLA) latest Australian Cattle Industry Projections...

Gatton AgTech Showcase tickets available

Tickets for the second Gatton AgTech Showcase, on Wednesday 15 and Thursday 16 October 2025, are now available to book online. The showcase will provide...

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More childcare on the way

Young families in Toogoolawah will soon have access to a new childcare option, following Somerset Regional Council’s approval of a development application at 75...

Gatton Historical rolls out expanded hours

The richness of Gatton’s history will be on display for an extended period starting 1 October, as increased visitation and volunteer efforts have enabled...

School one step closer

Somerset Regional Council will move ahead in 2026 with plans to tender land at Brouff Road, Fernvale, for the establishment of the region’s first...

Review into Fire Ant battle

An independent review has begun into Australia’s national fire ant eradication program, amid warnings from scientists and conservationists that governments are underfunding the fight...

The month that was for Kilcoy Arts Society

October Artist of the Month (AOM) A huge thank you to Dr Dawn Evans for being the Kilcoy Art Society Inc’s (KASI) AOM for...

Rosewood fields snubbed

A disability and inclusion campaigner and national disability EXPO organiser has turned his attention to the neglected state of sporting fields west of Ipswich,...

Pigs claim A grade glory

The Gatton Black Pigs A-grade side erased a three-decade long hoodoo on Saturday by coming from behind to score in the final minute, securing...

Trots a blast

The Darling Downs Harness Racing Club brought the trots back to the Lockyer Valley Turf Clubat the weekend, delivering a day of competitive racing...

Enhancing opportunities for women’s sports

Faith Lutheran College Plainland became the center for women’s sports in the Valley on 27 August, as the school's Emerge event provided students with...

Cycling comes to Lowood

Lowood’s country roads came alive over the weekend as more than 180 riders took part in the 23rd annual Life Cycle Classic, a prestigious...

Gatton Seniors get behind Kruger’s Olympic dream

The Gatton Senior Citizens Centre got behind Laidley footballer Justeen Kruger with a generous $1,000 donation as she gears up to represent Team Australia...

Pigs pick up shield at Downs awards

The Gatton Black Pigs RUFC enjoyed a night to remember at the 2025 Downs Rugby Awards held in Toowoomba on 16 August. The annual...

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